Tuesday, May 5th

The Shopping List: 5/5-5/11

by Allison Shilinski

This week in The Shopping List, favorite local florist Spruce pops up with a flower market just in time for Mother’s Day, Cliche predicts Minnesota’s next heritage quality brands, big news from Lily and Violet, and more.

GALLERIA FLOWER MARKET

May 9 | 10am-3pm | Galleria

On Saturday, Galleria of Edina will host a Parisian-inspired pop-up flower market, complete with music for the occasion until noon and coffee samplings from The Good Earth. Treat the women in your life to a beautiful bouquet by lovely local favorite, Spruce, and browse gifts for Mom and the lovely ladies in your life at Galleria’s great array of stores. @3510 Galleria, Edina | galleriaedina.com

ASKOV FINLAYSON VERMILION SHORT

Now Available | Askov Finlayson

Askov Finlayson unveiled new Spring | Summer 2015 arrivals this week. Guys, check out the Vermilion Short, companion to the shop’s popular Vermilion Pant, all named after Lake Vermilion of Northern Minnesota. The custom-dyed and woven canvas shorts are created with American made pride and durability in mind. Sport a pair for Team North this summer. @200 N First St, Minneapolis | askovfinlayson.com

VICTORY NEW OWNERSHIP

Now Open | Linden Hills

Victory of Linden Hills has reopened its doors after a three month hiatus. Under the new ownership of Susan Bankenship and Lisa Balke, the store will continue to carry many of the lines that the boutique is known for. In addition, look forward to vintage finds and more eclectic home goods. Although she’s moving on from Victory, we know that previous owner, Kerry Ciardelli will continue to kill it as editor of The Scout Guide of Minneapolis. @3505 W 44th St, Minneapolis | shopvictory.com

LITANY JEWELRY TRUNK SHOW

May 6 | 6-8:30pm | Khazana

Khazana of Lyndale Avenue in Uptown will be hosting Jen Westmoreland Bourchard of Litany Jewelry Designs this Wednesday. Stop by from 6 to 8:30pm for a meet and greet, or shop the jewels at your convenience through Saturday. We love Litany’s new collection of protective tanfouk pendants, made in the early 1900s and traded around the world. This week, pick up a personal talisman or a powerful Mother’s Day gift from Litany Jewelry. @2225 Lyndale Ave S, Minneapolis | For the Facebook event page click here

WILSON AND WILLYS MAKER NIGHT

May 7 | 4-7pm | Wilson & Willy’s

Wilson and Willy’s introduces a new quarterly event this Thursday, celebrating and encouraging the local maker scene that is thriving in Minnesota. New, Maker Workshop nights are an opportunity for those starting out or experienced in creating and wholesaling products. Meet fellow local talent, share products and ideas, and get inspired by the successful makers featured in store at Wilson & Willy’s. @211 Washington Ave N | wilsonandwillys.com

MN TSHIRT LAUNCH PARTY

May 7 | 6-9pm | West End

Two local forces, Bow & Arrow Magazine and Primp Boutique, have joined up in creating a Minnesota t-shirt. This stylishly cut royal tee will fit in perfectly on the racks at Primp’s six storefronts around the metro area as well as on the street when you rock it around town. Attend the launch at Primp West End with wine, tasty treats, shopping, and live music, then party on at the afterparty at The Loop. @1628 W End Blvd, St. Louis Park | For the Facebook event page click here

LUXURY GARAGE SALE POP UPS

May 7-8 | Edina & North Loop

Take advantage of two opportunities to shop with Chicago’s premier designer consignment boutique this week. On Thursday, make your way to Bluebird Boutique of Edina from 10am to 7pm to shop Valentino, Chanel, Celine, Hermes, Christian Louboutin, and more. Plus, enjoy light bites and cocktails from 5 to 7pm. The pop up will travel to D.NOLO of North Loop on Friday from 11am to 6pm. @3909 W 50th St, Edina & 219 N 2nd St, Minneapolis | For the Facebook event page click here

FUTURE HERITAGE

May 8 | 6-9pm | Cliche

This Friday, Cliche hosts Future Heritage, an event bringing focus to three designers that they believe are in line to becoming future Minnesota heritage brands. Given their choices of Winsome Goods, Hackwith Design House, and Viska, we couldn’t agree more. Enjoy local brews, get to know the brands, and shop Cliche at 20 percent off during the event. @2403 Lyndale Ave S, Minneapolis | For the Facebook event page click here

LILY AND VIOLET ONLINE SHOP CLOSING

May 8 | Lily and Violet

Lily and Violet announced this week that they will be removing their online shop from the Lily and Violet website at the end of the day of Friday. The store looks forward to meeting all their lovely customers in person and at their events in the future. Lily and Violet will still post new arrivals via Facebook and Instagram, and although online purchases cannot be made after May 8, non-local customers can call to redeem their gift cards over the phone. @3413 W 44th St, Minneapolis | lilyandviolet.com

KINFOLK PROGRESSIVE WORKSPACES EVENT

May 9 | 8am-12:30pm | To Be Disclosed

Get an inspiring jumpstart to your weekend with Kinfolk Magazine’s Progressive Workspaces event this weekend. The event includes touring the workspaces and learning about the creative proccesses behind successful brands and businesses to include Spyhouse Coffee, Hackwith Design House, Lydia and Emilie Photography and local floral designer, Ann Nelson, as well as a sampling of the best brunch foods in Minneapolis. For tickets and more information click here

JENNIFER MERCHANT DESIGN OPEN STUDIO

May 9 | 12-6pm | Uptown

Jennifer Merchant is opening up her Uptown Minneapolis studio this Saturday from noon to 6pm for a sale. Her layered acrylic collections have been taking off lately, with local and international press and her participation in the American Craft Council shows. With fresh funky vibes and sculptural geometric forms, we can see why Jennifer Merchant Design’s chunky glam-packed gems are taking off. @711 W Lake St #411, Minneapolis | jennifermerchantdesign.com

My mom told me she wants a Bloody Mary for Mother’s Day this year. We have tons of great brunch options around town, but there’s always the homemade option. Here are my top three Bloody Mary themed picks. Happy Mother’s Day, Mom!